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Monitoring High Blood Pressure

Learn what effects high blood pressure measurements, how to take an accurate measurement and how to track your blood pressure over time.

Measuring Blood Pressure

Measuring blood pressure involved a sphygmomanometer and gives two numbers the top (systolic) and the bottom (diastolic)

Avoid Mistakes when Taking a Blood Pressure

Mistakes are common in measuring high blood pressure. Body position, equipment, and simple errors can give false readings. Learn to avoid the common mistakes.

Systolic Blood Pressure

Systolic blood pressure is the 'top' number in a blood pressure measurement

Diastolic Blood Pressure

Diastolic blood pressure is the bottom number in a blood pressure measurement.

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